Kids can ride the train for just $5 this summer

North Carolina’s Amtrak is offering the perfect low-cost weekday family getaway. In June, July and August, children, ages 2-12, can ride the train for just $5 each way in North Carolina.

With six trains daily to Raleigh, Greensboro, Charlotte and nine other North Carolina cities on the Piedmont and Carolinian, there’s no shortage of fun destinations along the rail corridor. Take a day trip to have lunch and meander around a nearby historic downtown, or make it an overnight adventure with a hotel stay. Book your tickets at ncbytrain.org.

Up to two kids can ride for $5 with a regular full-fare adult on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays within North Carolina. Offer is valid for travel June 3-Aug. 28. Use fare code V812 when buying your ticket. Seating is limited. Advance reservations are required.